British Political Leaders: A Biographical Dictionary Contributor(s): Laybourn, Keith (Editor), Laybourn (Author) |
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ISBN: 1576070433 ISBN-13: 9781576070437 Publisher: ABC-CLIO OUR PRICE: $95.04 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: August 2001 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Political Science | Political Process - General - Biography & Autobiography | Historical - History | Europe - Great Britain - General |
Dewey: B |
LCCN: 2001003877 |
Physical Information: 1.32" H x 7.2" W x 10.38" (2.10 lbs) 380 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - British Isles |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: These leaders guided the nation through the loss of empire, through two devastating world wars, and into a new role as members of the European Union. In clear, accessible language, this new dictionary shows how in the 18th century, and to a lesser extent in the 19th century, many of Britain's top leaders were linked more closely by family and factional interests than by party. It also illustrates--and helps to explain--the rise of the Labour Party and the emergence of New Labour. |